MCTA members participate in Christmas tree fair contests and createeducational displays for
fairgoers and for legislative members at Mass AG Day.

In the fall, a wholesale Christmas tree grower will select and grade, according to USDA
standards,the number of trees he has for sale. Then in mid-November, the harvest process beginsfor both the retail and wholesale grower.

Traditionally, the Commissioner of Agriculture cuts down a ceremonial Christmas tree at one of our farms
to "kick off" the Christmas tree selling season. This tree is then donated to a member of the armed forces.